However, in the late 1990s, the sports facility was turned into commercial hub, private party arena, along with a marriage hall.

[9] Renovation work was started in June 2013 and completed in October 2016, at a cost of Rs.210 million.

Peshawar's Hayatabad Cricket Stadium with a crowd capacity of over 10,000 spectators is all set to host national and international matches in upcoming months.

Upgradation of the stadium has completed by National Logistics Cell (NLC) under the supervision of NESPAK and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sport Directorate.

The stadium has been completed by the National Logistics Cell (NLC) in two years and cutting-edge facilities have been provided including the main pavilion, general stands, Pakistan's largest digital scoreboard, media boxes for both print and electronic media, firefighting, HVAC systems, security and extra-low voltage (ELV) systems, and other allied amenities etc.